Georgiana Neculae
About Georgiana Neculae
Georgiana Neculae is an Advanced AI Scientist at BenevolentAI in London, with extensive experience in both academic and industrial research environments.
Current Role at BenevolentAI
Georgiana Neculae is currently serving as an Advanced AI Scientist at BenevolentAI in London, England, United Kingdom. In this role, she is involved in the development of BenevolentAI's computational R&D platform, which supports over 25 drug programmes. Her work focuses on integrating AI with human expertise to enhance drug discovery processes.
Previous Experience at The University of Manchester
Georgiana Neculae has substantial experience at The University of Manchester, where she held multiple positions over the years. She served as a Research Assistant in 2020 for 9 months, PhD Candidate from 2015 to 2020, Student Ambassador for 9 months between 2013 and 2014, Computer Graphics Developer for 2 months in 2013, and Pass Leader for 9 months from 2012 to 2013. This extensive involvement highlights her strong connection with academia and her dedication to research and education in the field of AI and machine learning.
Industry Experience with IBM Research and CERN
Georgiana Neculae has also gained significant industrial research experience. She worked as an IBM Research Intern in 2019 for 3 months at Daresbury Park, focusing on innovative AI applications. Additionally, she had a role as a Summer Intern at CERN in 2014 for 3 months in Geneva, Switzerland. These positions allowed Georgiana to apply her theoretical AI and machine learning knowledge in practical, high-impact settings.
Academic Background in AI and Machine Learning
Georgiana Neculae's academic credentials are rooted in an extensive and focused education in AI and machine learning. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science/Machine Learning from The University of Manchester, obtained from 2015 to 2019. Prior to her PhD, she earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Computer Science with First Class Honours from The University of Manchester between 2011 and 2015. Her foundation in Mathematics and Informatics was established at CNL Zinca Golescu Romania, where she achieved a Diploma of Bacalaureat from 2007 to 2011.
Involvement in AI and Machine Learning Community
Georgiana Neculae has over a decade of involvement in the AI and machine learning community, spanning from her undergraduate studies to advanced research roles. Her participation in both academic and industrial research environments, including her work at The University of Manchester, IBM Research, and CERN, underscores her deep engagement with the field. Her contributions to projects that integrate AI with human expertise further demonstrate her commitment to advancing AI research and applications.